A reexamination of the historical relationship between Laos and Thailand, by two preeminent Lao historians who bring to light a wealth of new source material in their evaluation of the Laotian leader, Chao Anou, and his failed revolt against Siam. This book challenges conventional Thai interpretations of that event and of the political conflicts leading up to it.

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A major work: academically solid, splendidly passionate and fascinating.

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An extraordinary account of regional political economy, diplomatic intrigue, and military maneuver. It is a major landmark.